A concert to raise money for former Hemet High band director Jeff Tower will be at 7 p.m., Thursday, July 13, at the Diamond Valley Arts Arts Center, 123 N. Harvard St. in Hemet.

Tower, who is credited along with the late Larry Mattox for creating the renowned music program in Hemet schools, taught at Hemet High for 30 years. He was recently diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. Proceeds will help his family with medical expenses.

The concert will include an alumni/friend jam, slideshows and speakers. Those interested in performing are asked to email jason@thedvac.org.

Admission is $15 for DVAC members, $20 for others and $10 for students. Additional donations will be accepted. Tickets may be ordered online at thedvac.org.

Craig Shultz reports on communities in Riverside County, primarily Hemet, Menifee, Perris and San Jacinto. A journalist for more than three decades, he has reported on everything from sports to city halls and schools. He was previously the editor of The Hemet News and The Valley Chronicle. Shultz was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles and graduated from Cal State Northridge.